1988 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 535 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 78 L |
